I Have a Date with a Thousand-year-old Female Corpse
Chapter 445: Bullfighting_1

Chapter 445: Chapter 445: Bullfighting_1

"This fellow is a miner who originally had five mines, two coal mines, one iron mine, and two gold mines. He also has some money in hand, but as you know, people like them who can barely recognize a few big characters, naturally splurge once they get some wealth."

"I’m not interested in this person, nor do I care much about his life or death. This time, I’m here for that Lucky Cat."

Zong Wangyue continued, "The reason I called you here is that I feel there’s something fishy about the way he wins money."

You didn’t ask too many questions, but instead turned to Zong Wangyue and asked, "Is this mansion his residence?"

"Yes, it is."

While speaking, you and Zong Wangyue had already entered the main hall, which was decorated in a splendid and dazzling manner, just like the Imperial Palace. It was a sight with glittering gold that dazzled the eyes.

The main hall seemed to be hosting a party; several large tables were set up in the center, around which a group of people sat, creating a scene reminiscent of a corner of the Macau Casino.

Around the main hall were placed drinks and food, with groups of well-dressed men and women sitting in twos and threes, engaging in conversations; additionally, some individuals wandered about, among whom flamboyantly dressed women were in the majority.

At first glance, these women seemed not bad, but they couldn’t withstand a second look, as it soon became apparent that the proportions of their facial features were somewhat strange, some with ridiculously high noses, others with chins sharp enough to slice watermelons.

A person’s appearance is a gift from their parents, and there is a certain proportionality and connection among facial features. Anyone with a slight understanding of physiognomy could instantly tell if someone had gone under the knife or not.

Your appearance, along with Zong Wangyue’s, naturally attracted the attention of some ladies holding wine glasses.

"Boss, are you interested in playing with these call girls? An evening costs only a thousand or a few hundred bucks, and their skills in bed are pretty good."

You rolled your eyes at Zong Wangyue, "Do you think someone who’s used to eating bird’s nest would go for human spit?"

"Eh, that’s a strange analogy," Zong Wangyue laughed, followed by a hearty clap of his hands.

His clapping naturally drew the attention of many, one of the gamblers at the table who was betting big amounts suddenly looked up. Upon seeing you and Zong Wangyue clearly, he let out a hearty laugh, "Hahaha, honored guests have arrived!"

"That fatso must weigh around three hundred pounds, right?" Seeing a fat guy around 1.8 meters tall, equally broad all around, standing up, you nudged Zong Wangyue with your elbow, "Is he your cousin?"

"Yes, his name is Han Cheng."

Han Cheng was quite sincere towards you, moving away from the gambling table and quickly walking towards you and Zong Wangyue under the gazes of everyone.

"Cousin, this is my Boss, Li Muyun."

As Han Cheng approached, Zong Wangyue introduced you in a firm and clear voice that naturally permeated the ears of everyone in the main hall.

"Chairman Li, I’ve long admired your reputation!"

Han Cheng moved to shake hands with you, but you raised your hand to stop him. As Han Cheng looked puzzled, you spoke directly, "Boss Han, continue to play a few rounds with them. I’ll just observe for a bit."

Confused, Han Cheng looked towards Zong Wangyue. Seeing Zong Wangyue nod seriously, he then turned and walked back to his original spot.

Zong Wangyue turned and asked you softly, "Boss, what’s wrong?"

"He has an aura about him, an evil aura."

You hadn’t activated the Sen Luo Eye; since the last time you had opened the Mysterious Seal in Heavenless Hell, your strength had increased somewhat. Though currently, you had no method to verify it, at this moment, you were already able to smell the evil aura around Han Cheng without using the Sen Luo Eye, which was an indication of improved strength.

Upon hearing this, Zong Wangyue’s expression immediately grew tense, "Is everything alright?"

"I don’t know; I’ll observe for a bit first."

Having said that, you walked over to the gambling table.

The table where Han Cheng sat was right in the center, and they were playing Texas Hold’em. Since you never dealt with cards before, you didn’t know how to play and suggested to Han Cheng, "Let’s switch to a simpler and faster gambling method."

Han Cheng raised his head and asked with keen interest, "Oh? What does Chairman Li think we should play?"

After thinking for a moment, you said with a smile, "Let’s play Bullfighting."

"Bullfighting?"

Upon hearing this, everyone couldn’t help but laugh.

Bullfighting was most popular in the Jiangzhe area, with each place having its subtle variations of rules, much like Mahjong.

It usually involves four players, though more can join in when there’s a crowd.

One side is the banker while the others are the players. When playing, all the jokers and picture cards (J, Q, K) are removed, and each person is dealt five cards to compare sizes.

There’s a rule for comparison: First, you combine three cards to reach a multiple of ten, such as ten, twenty, or thirty; then, you add the remaining two cards together and subtract ten before comparing sizes.

For example, if someone has 1, 4, 6, 7, and 10, then it counts as eight points; the calculation being 4 plus 6 plus 10 equals twenty, which is a multiple of ten. If the five cards together make a multiple of ten, like 1, 2, 8, 9, and 10, then it’s a Full Bull and triples the stake—if you bet 5 bucks, and the banker doesn’t have a Full Bull, then he has to pay out 15 bucks.

Bullfighting is often played at family gatherings for entertainment, so everyone knows how to play. However, playing Bullfighting at such a large gambling table inevitably makes it seem a bit small-time.

Han Cheng, who was worldly, saw that your expression remained unchanged. He couldn’t help but frown and glance at Zong Wangyue. Seeing Zong Wangyue nod, he then slapped the table and said with a laugh, "Alright, we’ll play Bullfighting!"

Han Cheng was the host and the others were guests. Seeing his enthusiasm, everyone went along with him.

But unlike ordinary family Bullfighting, Han Cheng and the others played for high stakes.

Naturally, Han Cheng became the banker. He grinned at you and said, "Chairman Li, would you like to join in a couple of hands?"

"Wait a minute, I’ll watch first."

"Sure!"

The group started quickly.

Bullfighting is different in that bets are placed before the cards are dealt. These people were betting not ten or a hundred bucks, but directly tossing tens of thousands onto the table.

"Haha, I’m Bull Nine!" a middle-aged man exclaimed gleefully as he revealed his cards.

"I’m Bull Eight."

"I’m Bull Six."

After everyone showed their cards, it was Han Cheng’s turn. He flipped his cards with a grin, and when everyone saw them, Full Bull!

"Damn!"

With the banker scoring a Full Bull, the players had to pay out triple the money!

In just a moment, Han Cheng had won hundreds of thousands!

At that point, Zong Wangyue turned to you and asked, "Boss, did you notice anything?"

"Mm."

You nodded.

Although you hadn’t activated the Sen Luo Eye, the moment Han Cheng flipped his cards, you distinctly felt a sinister aura wrapping around his hands. After that, the aura silently retracted back into his body.

Soon, they started the second round. Just as Han Cheng was about to reveal his cards, you suddenly called out in a low voice, "Wait a minute!"